Foreword by Linda Lambert
How to Use This Book
Acknowledgments
About the Author
Introduction
1. The Role of the Leadership Performance System in Accelerating Student Achievement
The Role of the Leadership Performance System
The Importance of Leaders as Learners
Getting Ready to Design and Implement Your LPS
2. Establishing a Purpose for the LPS
The First Phase of the LPS
Establishing a Purpose for the LPS
Leadership Standards and Expectations
Defining the LPS Purpose and Function
Defining One's Theory of Action
3. Focusing the LPS
The Convergence of Goals and Professional Development
Determining Goals in the LPS
Determining Performance Benchmarks
Identifying Success Indicators
Establishing a Banner Question
Refining the Banner Question
4. The Process and Structures for Collaborations
Establishing Professional Structures for Collaborations
Identifying an LPS Partner
Benefits of Peer Collaboration
Scheduling Roundtable Sessions
5. Outcomes for Action Planning and Reporting Results
Creating a Professional Performance Plan
Outcomes - Reporting Results
6. Technology and the LPS Process
Employing Electronic Support
Appendices
Appendix A: LPS Resource Matrix
Appendix B: Steps in the LPS Process
Appendix C: Templates of LPS Tools
Appendix D: Sample Completed LPS Tools
Appendix E: Interstate School Leaders Licensure Consortium (ISLLC) Standards for School Leaders
References
Index